“The arguments in this book have been well made, with an intimate knowledge of the territory and an understanding of the positions and motivations of the opposing forces...” – Bron McKillop,
Current Issues in Criminal Justice, Vol. 17, No. 2
“...a fascinating book that exposes the limitations of the current laws on homicide and makes a fascinating historical revelation that exposes the nature of contemporary public policy debate.” – Jamie Bennett,
Prison Service Journal
“Once in a while one has the signal pleasure of coming across a truly remarkable book, a book that serves as a pathway to enlightened thought on a subject and which makes plain the sheer joy of scholarship. With Malice Aforethought A Study of the Crime and Punishment for Homicide is such a book the authors have infused their book not only with the estimable erudition but also with the passion of the advocate who believes fundamentally in the cause being advancedAn arresting and rich tableau of arguments.” – Gilles Renaud, Cornwall, ON,
Canadian Journal of Criminology and Criminal Justice
“This is an important book.” – Robert S Shiels,
Journal of the Law Society of Scotland